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Cost of living in Haakon County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,585/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,708 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $693 27%
Federal tax $518 20%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Haakon County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$620
per month
1 bedroom
$693
per month
2 bedroom
$910
per month
3 bedroom
$1,205
per month
4 bedroom
$1,462
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Haakon County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,231
per year
Individual earnings
$41,760
per year
Per capita
$35,643
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Haakon County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$153,200
Annual property tax
$1,297

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Haakon County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$142
per month · 14.2¢/kWh
Natural gas
$58
per month
Annual total
$2,400
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Haakon County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.6%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Haakon County

State and local tax rates for South Dakota.

No state income tax
South Dakota does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
4.2%
Combined sales tax
6.1%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Haakon County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.7 min
Drive alone
74.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
14.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Haakon County

What it costs to live in Haakon County each month.

Single person
$2,585
per month
  • Rent $693
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $518
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,670
per month
  • Rent $910
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $639
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,099
per month
  • Rent $1,205
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $639
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Haakon County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Haakon County?

In Haakon County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $693 per month, a two-bedroom averages $910 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,205 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Haakon County?

In Haakon County, SD, the average household income is $59,231 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,760 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Haakon County?

The estimated cost of living in Haakon County, SD is approximately $2,585 per month for a single person, $3,670 for a couple, $6,099 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Haakon County?

The combined sales tax rate in Haakon County, SD is 6.10%, which includes the South Dakota state rate of 4.20% plus an average local rate of 1.90%.

Is Haakon County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Haakon County, SD would need approximately $2,585 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,231 per year ($4,936 per month). Haakon County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Haakon County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Haakon County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Haakon County?

The average home value in Haakon County, SD is $153,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,297, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Haakon County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources